Is it lonely at the top? Perhaps. But one thing is for sure: it’s more expensive to live among the clouds.
We are talking about luxury apartments, those crowning skyscrapers that are synonymous with unhindered metropolitan living and mind-blowing views. Today, for many renters, they are literally–and figuratively speaking–the pinnacle of real estate.
Europe
London – Cheval Apartments $16,000 a month
Description: Cheval Apartments are situated in chic and fashionable Knightsbridge, just minutes away from Harrods, Harvey Nichols and the boutiques of Beauchamp Place. Hyde Park is just around the corner for a leisurely stroll or that early morning jog! Excellent transport means that you are ideally located to visit all the wonderful tourist attractions London has to offer, as well as fast connections straight into the heart of The City or the Canary Wharf area.
Prague – Nerudova Apartments $7,189 a month
Description: This historical apartment building built in 16th century is located in close quarters of the imposing Prague Castle and the Royal Route. The building was completely reconstructed in a way preserving its original architectural structures such as original ceilings. On the Royal Road, below the Prague Castle. The Nerudova street is leading up from the Little Quarter Square to the Prague Castle, it used to be a part of the Royal Way. It is architecturally very interesting street with Renaissance and Baroque facades and famous “house signs” – emblems used for distinguish houses before the introduction of numbers.
France – Saint Germain Des Pres Apartments $28,890 a month
Description: This exclusive luxury apartment is located in Saint Germain des Pres, the cultural, artistic, and fashion center of Paris: One block away from the Saint-Germain church and fashionable literary watering holes Café de Flore, Les Deux Magots and Brasserie Lipp, a stroll away from the Louvre, Musée d’Orsay, Musée Maillol – which is located right next to Barthelmy’s, arguably best cheese shop in the western world.
Rome – Luxury Apartments in Campo de fiori Clerici $54,840 a month
Description: What makes this luxurious apartment really special is its location; just dipped in the Roman foro of ” Teatro Marcello”. The apartment is located in the first floor of a XVI century building and it has fantastic views overlooking the roman temples and the “Teatro Marcello”. The decoration of this charming and exclusive apartment was carried out by a well-known interior designer with attention to every detail: all modern conveniences are provided antique furniture and artwork, in an traditional style, reflecting the taste of the owner.
Barcelona – The Joyce Apartment in Barcelona $125,040 a month
Description: The Joyce apartment is situated in the heart of Barcelona’s Eixample district, the birthplace of the Modernism movement where Antoni Gaudí is considered the leader. When looking to experience Barcelona’s world renowned reputation for leading 19th century architecture, this area is king. There are many “must see” attractions in this area, especially the Gaudí sites – the impressive and famous Sagrada Familia, the two famous Gaudí houses La Pedrera and Casa Batlló in the Manzana de la Discordia and the sprawling Hospital de la Santa Creu in Sant Pau – all within walking distance.
United States
New York – The Pierre Hotel $70 million dollars
Description: The penthouse encompasses the top three floors of the Pierre Hotel. Spectacular 360-degree views of Manhattan are found in this incomparable property. This French château is located within one of the world’s greatest five star hotels. The Pierre Hotel offers every conceivable service twenty-four hours a day. It is the triplex penthouse at The Pierre, a residence that will forever remain without peer in Manhattan. As the New York Times said, it is perhaps “the best in the world”. It encompasses 16 grand rooms – including five master bedrooms, 7 full baths and three half-baths, five working fireplaces, oak flooring with mahogany borders throughout, separate guest suites plus staff accommodations. The living room is considered the most magnificent privately owned room in the world. This incredible space was the original ballroom at The Pierre Hotel, with 23 foot high curved ceiling and 20 foot French doors overlooking the park and the city. Four adjoining terraces add to its phenomenal dimensions. This is without question the most important and spectacular penthouse in the world.
Asia
Hong Kong – Pacific Place Apartments $63,500 a month
Description: Pacific Place Apartments offer 270 suites and an impressive range of accommodation in an unbeatable location for business and pleasure while featuring a unique choice of breathtaking views from one of the world’s busiest harbours to dynamic city skylines.
Bangkok – Lebua Residences Apartments $4121 a month
Description: Lebua Residences offer a difference that you will appreciate from the moment you step inside. At every angle, you will find a smooth blend of contrasts – modern elegance with timeless warmth, state-of-the-art facilities with thoughtful care in details, sophisticated services with the comforts of home.
Singapore – Great World Apartments $16,530 a month
Description: This luxury apartment is located at Great World City in Singapore, an extensive multi-use complex with private and serviced apartments, offices and a shopping mall with retail and other commercial services. Convenience and comfort in a superb location; quiet resort lifestyle with luxurious facilities; fully serviced yet without loss of privacy; short to long-term accommodations available; all at an affordable price.
Tokyo – Oakwood Residence Akasaka Apartments $6,342 a month
Description: This luxury apartment is in a superb, private location central to the Akasaka and Roppongi business and entertainment districts. The spacious comfort of a private residence with the 24 hour service and security of a hotel. 41 elegantly furnished and decorated One, Two, and Three bedroom residences.
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this apartment is just to much for common people .. too expensive ..
Prices are relative and fluctuate. I am a real estate broker in Paris/ France and I have been renting exquisite furnished apartments for more than fifteen years. The most expensive locations in the French capital are without any doubt the prestigious “avenue Montaigne”, “ave Foch” and also several places in “Saint Germain- des- Prés” and on the “Saint Louis Island”. First- class apartments in prestigious locations are rented at € 100 per squaremeter per month.
For more information please have a look at my website: http://www.khs.fr/index2.cfm?langue=EN
I thought $825 a month for my two bedroom was expensive, now I know better.
All of that money and in the end not to own it is just for people that are blessed with that kind of money.
When you have that much money, you should be buying a house!! Or your own apartment complex!
love these apartments would like to live in it for a minute thanks
very nice…
Thanks Karl, but perhaps you’re preaching to the wrong audience. After all, we all can’t be “vers le haut coincées piqûres” living in “embrassez mon âne” french styled living spaces. However; I’m sure we all do appreciate your “connerie” suggestions.
Who would be living in an apartment with all that money?
I think this is really stupid, a person with all that kind of money to rent an apartment like this. This is plain stupid. If I had that kind of money I would buy my own home and put that money to more useful things that could help make my community better for every one. But I guise these people have more money then brains.